Medical Lab Scientist 2- Core Lab

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Medical Lab Scientist 2 performs routine and complex clinical pathology testing and manages laboratory instruments in the Core Lab. The role is accountable for accurate performance of laboratory test methodologies, recording results accurately, and delivering results in a timely manner. Testing supports the diagnosis and treatment of patients and evaluation of their response to treatment. The scientist applies clinical knowledge to produce accurate results and support quality patient care. The position provides patient-focused care by performing tests across the pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic stages. It includes conducting qualitative and quantitative procedures, preparing reagents, and performing quality control according to required protocols. The scientist demonstrates knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, instruments, their interrelationships, and physiological conditions that can affect test results. Additional duties may be assigned. The position is in Vanderbilt Health’s Core Lab. The job posting identifies the organization as Core Lab - 3rd Shift and describes a laboratory with windows. The role also involves informal guidance and support for team members.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Relevant work experience; the listed experience level is less than 1 year.
  • Required certification or licensure listed: Tennessee Medical Laboratory Act license, Medical Laboratory Scientist certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or Medical Technologist certification from American Medical Technologists (AMT).

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine and complex clinical pathology tests accurately through the pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic stages.
  • Perform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures, including reagent preparation and appropriate quality control, according to protocols and in a precise, accurate, timely, and efficient manner.
  • Manage laboratory instruments and demonstrate knowledge of testing techniques, principles, instruments, their interrelationships, and physiological conditions affecting test results.
  • Accurately record test results and ensure their timely delivery.
  • Apply clinical knowledge to achieve accurate clinical test results that support quality patient care outcomes.
  • Provide informal guidance and support to team members.
  • Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
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